Create Easy Instagram Reels with Canva Specialization

Instructor: Maggie Stara

Ready to bring your Reels ideas to life? In this course, you'll learn how to design, animate, and publish 15 different Instagram Reel styles using just Canva and your smartphone—no on-camera appearances required. We’ll walk step-by-step through creating quote Reels, tweet and meme styles, interactive formats like “This or That,” multi-clip montages, and behind-the-scenes clips using simple techniques that anyone can master. You’ll also learn how to add closed captions, make your content more accessible, create branded covers, and post your Reels with confidence—along with strategies to boost your visibility through Instagram stories, DMs, and collabs. By the end of the course, you'll not only have the tools to create polished and engaging Reels, but also a final project: a fully designed and published Instagram Reel using your favorite format from the class. Whether you're a beginner or looking to simplify your content process, this course will help you show up consistently with confidence—without ever being on camera.

In this 2025 Canva Thumbnail Masterclass for Beginners, you’ll learn the science and strategy behind high-converting thumbnails—from choosing the right colors and fonts to crafting the perfect title-thumbnail combination.

This course covers both theoretical principles (what makes thumbnails work, how titles and thumbnails interact) and practical design skills (shooting and editing your own thumbnails in Canva). Plus, you’ll get access to exclusive thumbnail and title templates to speed up your workflow. What You Will Learn By the end of this course, you’ll know how to: •Understand thumbnail psychology – Learn what makes people click and how to apply it to your designs •Pair thumbnails with compelling titles – Get title suggestions that work with your thumbnails to increase views • Shoot and edit high-quality thumbnail images – Master lighting, positioning, and framing for eye-catching results •Design thumbnails from scratch in Canva – Build professional thumbnails without needing advanced design skills •Use Canva templates to streamline your workflow – Learn how to modify and enhance pre-made templates for better engagement •Optimize your thumbnails for more views – Analyze successful thumbnails and apply data-driven strategies to your own Why You Should Take This Class •Designed for Beginners – No prior design experience? No problem. This course breaks everything down step by step. •Hands-On & Practical – You won’t just learn theory; you’ll create real thumbnails using Canva. •Exclusive Resources – Get a thumbnail and title pack to enhance your designs instantly. • Increase Your Click-Through Rate (CTR) – A good thumbnail = more views. Learn the secrets top creators use to boost their engagement. Who This Class is For • YouTubers & Content Creators who want to attract more viewers with professional thumbnails •Entrepreneurs & Marketers who use YouTube for their business and want to improve CTR and engagement •Beginner Designers who want to master Canva for thumbnails without needing Photoshop • Anyone Who Wants to Learn Canva Quickly and apply practical design skills Materials & Resources •Canva (Free or Pro Account) – No other software needed • Thumbnail & Title Templates – Ready-to-use downloadable resources included in the course •Step-by-Step Guides – Follow along with hands-on demonstrations Start Creating Thumbnails That Get Clicks Whether you’re growing a YouTube channel, marketing your business, or leveling up your design skills, this class will help you create pro-level thumbnails with ease. Join now and start making thumbnails that stand out.